WOODWORKS ® Grille

Solid Wood Backer, Dowel, and Backer & Dowel Combination

CAD/Revit® drawings at:

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1-3/8" Slat

Backer
Backer
Clip

plus capabilities
to do more

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See more photos at:
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These warm, natural wood ceilings offer installation flexibility and a variety of design options.
KEY SELECTION ATTRIBUTES
new • Integrate linear lights seamlessly with • Install in the ceiling, on the wall, or
the Integrated Light Connection Clip create 90º angled or faceted
and lights from Backlight® srl and XAL® ceiling-to-wall transitions
• 13 pre-designed panels with new • Easy installation with dowel or backer,

hting
slat heights and widths or backer & dowel combination
• Custom slat sizes and finishes available • FSC and Rainforest Alliance Certified
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for every project wood options available
• Now, available in painted White finish

for maximum design flexibility

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FINISH SELECTION
Due to printing limitations, shade may vary from actual product.

Grille White Grille Maple Grille Light Grille Dark Grille Walnut Custom Finishes
(GWH) (GMP) Cherry (GLC) Cherry (GDC) (GWN) Available

NOTE: Panel backers are black. Custom backer colors available. WoodWorks® Grille panels in Maple with 5-1/4" x 95"
linear light fixture. See page 243A for lighting
integration details.

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LOCATION DEPENDENT WITH
INFILL
VISUAL SELECTION ACOUSTICAL INFORMATION PANEL

Dots represent high level of performance.

Slat %
Item Slat Slat Slats Spacing Dimensions (Inches) Open

Acoustics
Item Number
No. ◆ Width Height Per Panel (Nominal) Nominal W x L x H * Area

Infill Panel

Total
Custom Slat Sizes Available Custom Panel Sizes Available

WOODWORKS Grille – Backer, Dowel, and Backer & Dowel Combination

® + =
7263_ _ _ _ _ 5/8" 1-3/8" 6 slats 1-3/8" 12 x 96 x 1-7/8" Backer Only 69% 5823 0.85 28 –
12 x 96 x 1-3/8" Dowel Only or •
7264_ _ _ _ _ 5/8" 1-3/8" 8 slats 7/8" 12 x 96 x 1-7/8" Backer Only 58% 6657 0.75
12 x 96 x 1-3/8" Dowel Only •
7265_ _ _ _ _ 5/8" 2-1/4" 6 slats 1-3/8" 12 x 96 x 2-3/4" Backer Only 69% 8200T10 0.80 28 –
12 x 96 x 2-1/4" Dowel Only •
7266_ _ _ _ _ 5/8" 2-1/4" 8 slats 7/8" 12 x 96 x 2-3/4" Backer Only 58%
12 x 96 x 2-1/4" Dowel Only
7091 _ _ _ _ _ 5/8" 3-1/4" 5 slats 1-3/4" 12 x 96 x 3-3/4" Backer & Dowel 74%
12 x 96 x 3-1/4" Dowel Only SUFFIX GUIDE
7092 _ _ _ _ _ 5/8" 3-1/4" 6 slats 1-3/8" 12 x 96 x 3-3/4" Backer & Dowel 58%
12 x 96 x 3-1/4" Dowel Only
7093 _ _ _ _ _ 5/8" 4-1/4" 5 slats 1-3/4" 12 x 96 x 4-3/4" Backer & Dowel 74%
12 x 96 x 4-1/4" Dowel Only
7094 _ _ _ _ _ 1" 2-1/4" 4 slats 2" 12 x 96 x 2-3/4" Backer Only 67%
12 x 96 x 2-1/4" Dowel Only Backer Only = BO

7095 _ _ _ _ _ 1" 3-1/4" 4 slats 2" 12 x 96 x 3-3/4" Backer Only 67%

12 x 96 x 3-1/4" Dowel Only
7096 _ _ _ _ _ 1" 4-1/4" 4 slats 2" 12 x 96 x 4-3/4" Backer & Dowel 67%
12 x 96 x 4-1/4" Dowel Only
7097 _ _ _ _ _ 1-1/4" 3-1/4" 3 slats 2-3/4" 12 x 96 x 3-3/4" Backer Only 69% Dowel Only = DO
12 x 96 x 3-1/4" Dowel Only
7098 _ _ _ _ _ 1-1/4" 4-1/4" 3 slats 2-3/4" 12 x 96 x 4-3/4" Backer & Dowel 69%
12 x 96 x 4-1/4" Dowel Only
7099 _ _ _ _ _ 1-1/4" 5-1/4" 3 slats 2-3/4" 12 x 96 x 5-3/4" Backer & Dowel 69%
12 x 96 x 5-1/4" Dowel Only Backer & Dowel
Combination = BD
◆  When specifying or ordering please include the installation type and color suffixes (e.g., 7092 B D G L C – 6 slats 3-1/4" Backer & Dowel in
Grille Light Cherry).
Installation suffixes: BO = Backer, DO = Dowel, BD = Backer & Dowel Combination
 NOTE: For additional color and size options, or curved applications options with flexible Backers (special order), call TechLine at 1 877 276-7876.
* ctual panel length is 95"
 
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NOTE: Panel backers are black. Custom backer colors available.

ACCESSORIES
Dimensions Dimensions
Item Description Nominal W x L Color Pcs/ Item Description Nominal W x L Color Pcs/
No. ◆ (Inches) Ctn Number ◆ (Inches) Ctn
Custom Sizes
Available .188

5672 _ _ _ Junction – 1-3/8" 1-1/2 x 96 x 2" All finishes Bulk 5688 Dowel Clip 3/8 x 7/8 x 7/8" N/A 250
.191
n .100

.200

1.015
.125
pcs/pail
5674 _ _ _ End Cap – 1-3/8" 3/4 x 96 x 2" All finishes Bulk 5671 _ _ _ Ledger 1 x 96 x 1/4" All finishes Bulk

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.445

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.883

5675 _ _ _ End Cap – 2-1/4" 3/4 x 96 x 2-3/4" All finishes Bulk 7891 12-Gauge Soft 144" Length N/A 140
115°
55° .087
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11° 2 .188
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Hanger Wire
FLAT PATTERN
SCALE 1 : 1

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7170 _ _ _
.375

End Cap – 3-1/4" 3/4 x 96 x 3-3/4" All finishes Bulk

6459BL Uptight Clip 5-1/2" x 1-3/4" Black 25
7171 _ _ _ End Cap – 4-1/4" 3/4 x 96 x 4-3/4" All finishes Bulk RC2BL RC2 Radius Clip N/A Black 205

7172 _ _ _ End Cap – 5-1/4" 3/4 x 96 x 5-3/4" All finishes Bulk 7239 Adjustable Trim Clip – N/A 50
.191
n .100
◆ When specifying or ordering, include the 3-letter color suffix that coordinates with your
5687 .210
Backer Clip 3/8 x 11/16 x 7/8" N/A 250 WoodWorks ceiling: (e.g., 5671 G M P).
.897
.125
pcs/pail NOTE: For integration with Axiom® trim (Black recommended for use with Solid Wood).
.935

.020

R.010

SUSPENSION SYSTEMS TRIM AND ACOUSTICAL INFILL PANELS

125° R.020
115°
.087
.707
85° .583 .188

Flat Pattern

Trim and infill panels available. See pgs 252-253

R.020 SCALE 1 : 1

.888 .375

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Solid Wood Backer, Dowel, and Backer & Dowel Combination

STANDARD SIZES

1-1/4" SLAT WIDTH 1" SLAT WIDTH 5/8" SLAT WIDTH

3 Slats Per Panel 4 Slats Per Panel 5 Slats Per Panel 6 Slats Per Panel 8 Slats Per Panel
1-3/8" SLAT HEIGHT

Item 7263_ _ _ _ _◆ Item 7264_ _ _ _ _◆

Backer Only* or Backer Only* or
Dowel Only Dowel Only
2-1/4" SLAT HEIGHT

Item 7094_ _ _ _ _◆ Item 7265_ _ _ _ _◆ Item 7266_ _ _ _ _◆

Backer Only* or Backer Only* or Backer Only* or
Dowel Only Dowel Only Dowel Only
3-1/4" SLAT HEIGHT

Item 7097_ _ _ _ _◆ Item 7095_ _ _ _ _◆ Item 7091_ _ _ _ _◆ Item 7092_ _ _ _ _◆

Backer Only* or Backer Only* or Dowel Only or Dowel Only or
Dowel Only Dowel Only Backer & Dowel Backer & Dowel
4-1/4" SLAT HEIGHT

Backer Only* = BO
WOODWORKS ®

Item 7098_ _ _ _ _◆ Item 7096_ _ _ _ _◆ Item 7093_ _ _ _ _◆

Dowel Only or Dowel Only or Dowel Only or
Backer & Dowel Backer & Dowel Backer & Dowel Dowel Only = DO
5-1/4" SLAT HEIGHT

Backer & Dowel

Combination = BD

Item 7099_ _ _ _ _◆
Dowel Only or
Backer & Dowel

◆ When specifying or ordering please include the installation type and color suffixes (e.g., 7092 B D G L C – 6 slats 3-1/4" Backer & Dowel in Grille Light Cherry).
* Backer Only panels are compatible with Integrated Light Connection Clip. See page 243A for lighting integration details

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Solid Wood Backer, Dowel, and Backer & Dowel Combination

SYSTEM INSTALLATION DETAILS

Prelude® XL® Heavy- Prelude® XL® Heavy-

Duty Suspension Duty Suspension
System in Black System in Black

2-1/4" Slat 1-3/8" Slat

Dowel Clip

Dowel
Backer
Backer
Clip

Ceiling Dowel Assembly Ceiling Backer Assembly

Grilles Panel Backer

Wall Prelude® XL® Heavy-Duty

Suspension System
Grille #6 x 1-1/4" bugle head
Panel Hi-Lo drywall screw
Backer
Grille 2-1/4" Slat
Furring Backer
Strips

Screws

Wall Backer Assembly Screw Attachment Detail

Slat sizes over 2-1/4" are not NOTE: See WoodWorks® Grille installation
recommended for wall applications. instructions for details on faceted
Contact TechLine for details at and seismic installations at
1 877 276-7876. armstrongceilings.com/woodworks

WOODWORKS ®
PHYSICAL DATA
Material or possibly delay or accelerate the activation of the Site Conditions
Dowel, Slats, Backers, and Tegular panels – solid sprinkler or fire detection systems by channeling heat from It is very important that panels are climatized prior
Poplar (yellow or hybrid). a fire either toward or away from the device. Consult a fire to installation. Relative humidity between 25% and
Surface Finish protection engineer, NFPA 13, and local codes for guidance 55%, and temperatures between 50˚F and 86˚F, must
Clear or tinted semi-gloss coating on all finishes where automatic fire detection and suppression systems be maintained.
except Grille White (GWH). Grille White (GWH) are present. Installation Consideration
has a lacquer finish. Application Considerations When junction accessory is not used, the result will be a
Fire Performance Variation among panels may occur due to the natural 1" gap between slat lengths.
Solid Poplar (yellow or hybrid) Hardwood Slats characteristics of the wood and grain. Seismic Restraint
and Backers – Class C ASTM E84 surface burning Design Considerations WoodWorks ® Grille panels have been engineered, tested, and
characteristics. Flame Spread Index 200 or less. Custom slat and panel sizes available. approved for application in all seismic areas when installed
Smoke Developed Index 450 or less. Backer & Dowel per Armstrong Ceilings installation instructions.
Fire performance will vary between wood species. For slat heights over 5", both Dowels and Backers are Warranty
Flame stop Class A coating available. required for stability. Backer height is 1/2". Panel backers Details at armstrongceilings.com
Class A intumescent treatment is available for all are black. Custom backer colors available. Weight
finishes except Grille White (GWH). Contact TechLine Infill Panel Use 7263 – 0.8 lbs/SF 7091 – 1.6 lbs/SF
at 1 877 276-7876 for details. If no infill panel is used, unfinished parts of the suspension 7264 – 1.1 lbs/SF 7092 – 1.9 lbs/SF
These panels, as with other architectural features system and Axiom ® trim will be visible from below. 7094 – 1.4 lbs/SF 7098 – 2.5 lbs/SF
located at the ceiling, may obstruct or skew the 7265 – 1.3 lbs/SF 7096 – 2.7 lbs/SF
planned fire sprinkler water distribution pattern, 7266 – 1.8 lbs/SF 7093 – 2.1 lbs/SF
7097 – 1.9 lbs/SF 7099 – 3.1 lbs/SF
7095 – 2.1 lbs/SF

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 LIGHTING SOLUTIONS
WOODWORKS ® Grille

Seamlessly integrate linear light fixtures from Backlight® srl and XAL®
with standard or made-to-order WoodWorks® Grille Backer Only panels
using Integrated Light Connection Clips that suspend lights directly from the
suspension system. This eliminates the need for independent support of the
fixture or modification of the suspension system.

KEY SELECTION ATTRIBUTES DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

• Engineered and tested clip and suspension
system seamlessly integrate lighting
with grid
Install lights seamlessly for WoodWorks
• 
Grille Backer Only Panels
Low-profile, pre-engineered light fixture
• 
in coordinating 2", 3-1/4", and 5-1/4"
widths from Backlight srl and XAL for a
flush, sleek visual
Approved for use in all seismic categories
• 
WoodWorks® Grille panels in Maple with 5-1/4" x 95" linear light fixture
• Length of lights are designed to coordinate
with the length of panels
• Lights must run parallel with slat direction
and are not for use in perimeter panels
• Reveal between light and slats will
coordinate with the reveal from slat to slat
• Modified panels are required to leave
outside slats intact (slats along edges
cannot be removed)
• Coordination between ceiling contractor and
electrician is required for installation

VISUAL SELECTION
Clip Item No. Description Coordinating Panel Field Modification Compatible Partner Clips Required
WoodWorks ® Panel Required* Light Fixture Dimensions per Light Fixture
Item No. W x L (Inches)

WOODWORKS ® Grille – Backer Only Panels

8171WGBOC01 1-3/8" Integrated Light Connection Clip 7263BO Remove 1 slat 2" x 95" 4
Remove 2 slats 3-1/4" x 95" 4
Remove 3 slats 5-1/4" x 95" 4
7264BO Remove 2 slats 2" x 95" 4
BP8171WGBOC01

Remove 3 slats 3-1/4" x 95" 4

Remove 4 slats 5-1/4" x 95" 4
8171WGBOC02 2-1/4" Integrated Light Connection Clip 7094BO Remove 1 slat 2" x 95" 4
Remove 2 slats 3-1/4" x 95" 4
Remove 2 slats 5-1/4" x 95" 4
BP8171WGBOC02 7265BO Remove 1 slat 2" x 95" 4
Remove 2 slats 3-1/4" x 95" 4
Remove 3 slats 5-1/4" x 95" 4
7266BO Remove 2 slats 2" x 95" 4
Remove 3 slats 3-1/4" x 95" 4
Remove 4 slats 5-1/4" x 95" 4
8171WGBOC03 3-1/4" Integrated Light Connection Clip 7095BO Remove 1 slat 2" x 95" 4
Remove 2 slats 3-1/4" x 95" 4
Remove 2 slats 5-1/4" x 95" 4
7097BO No modification 2" x 95" 4
BP8171WGBOC03
Remove 1 slat 2" x 95" 4
Remove 1 slat 3-1/4" x 95" 4
Remove 1 slat 5-1/4" x 95" 4
* Made-to-order panels that eliminate the need for field modification of standard panels are available via ASQuote@armstrongceilings.com
Contact ASQuote@armstrongceilings.com for Backer & Dowel and Dowel Only panels to be used with integrated lighting solutions.
NOTE: Items 8171WGBOC01, 8171WGBOC02, and 8171WGBOC03 are packaged 12 pcs/ctn

INSTALLATION DETAILS
WOODWORKS ®

1-3/8" Integrated Light

Connection Clip
Item 8171WGBOC01
LIGHTING FIXTURES
Compatible with Backlight® srl CHIARO light fixture and
XAL® PANO Low-Profile Linear Plank light fixture

5-1/4" Linear Light WoodWorks Grille

Fixture from XAL or Backer Only Panel
Backlight srl Item 7264BO
1-3/8" Integrated Light 5-1/4" x 95"
Connection Clip Linear Light Fixture
Item 8171WGB0C01 by XAL or Backlight srl For detailed lighting information, contact your local Backlight® srl
or XAL® representative.

BP8171WGBOC01

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